• ScienceDaily: Fashions Change, But Change Is Always The Fashion
  Fashions come and go at a surprisingly steady rate, new research suggests, driven by a small minority of innovators amidst a majority of people copying each other.
  (tags: fashion+news trends analysis)
• More Fashion Designers Going Eco-Friendly - Yahoo! News
  Being fashion conscious and eco-friendly now go hand in hand. Many new clothing designers are creating runway looks that are environmentally friendly. From the little black dress to patent leather high heels, the style looks right off the runway. But many
  (tags: fashion+news environment eco sustainable)
• Critics hope Beckham fills U.S. sport fashion void - Yahoo! News
  NEW YORK (Reuters) - U.S. soccer might be hoping for a surge in popularity with the arrival of English star David Beckham, but some fashion critics are also hoping he can teach U.S. sports stars a thing or two about clothes.
  (tags: fashion+news sport david+beckham)
• Philips and Swarovski partner to bring a range of innovative fashion accessories - Assodigitale - Associazione Italiana Operatori Industria e Media Digitali
  (ASSODIGITALE.IT) Paris, France/Amsterdam, TheNetherlands – Fusing lifestyle, technology and fashion, Philips announced today a new partnership with the world famous crystal and jewellery company Swarovski. The alliance combines Philips leadership in br
  (tags: fashion+news accessories swarovski crystal philips industry)
• Fashion ads touch a nerve in gender-conscious Spain - International Herald Tribune
  MADRID: Two cute little girls in designer clothes - or a pair of nymphets selling sex? A beautiful woman in stiletto heels surrounded by glistening, muscular men - or a glamorization of rape?
  (tags: advertising fashion+news spain marketing)
• Dior parts with star designer - International Herald Tribune
  PARIS: Christian Dior, the luxury house that is part of the LVMH Moët Hennessy Louis Vuitton group, has lost one of the brightest bulbs in its couture chandelier.
  (tags: fashion+news dior menswear hedi+slimane)

• Project Runway Canada scopes out Ryerson
  The fashion school is a buzz with excitement over the prospect that Project Runway Canada may be making its highly-anticipated debut at the Ryerson.
  (tags: fashion+news project+runway canada ryerson)
• All is not well at the house of Dior – is Slimane about to sing his swansong? | Vogue
  TALKS over Hedi Slimane’s contract at the house of Dior are said to be reaching crisis point - again. At the end of June last year, rumours were rife that he was keen to begin his own label and would be replaced by Belgian designer Kris Van Assche, who ha
  (tags: fashion+news dior menswear hedi+slimane)
• SJP gets Bitten
  Oprah Winfrey’s power to publicize an author, a star or a designer is legendary, so naturally she was promised an exclusive on the unveiling of Sarah Jessica Parker’s new Bitten line for mass chain retailer Steve & Barry’s. But last week, Gawker founding
  (tags: fashion+news sarah+jessica+parker bitten clothing women)

Slavin Agency Sample Sale
April 01, 2007

The Slavin Agency is the top rep for some of the hottest and most sought after lines found in ALL the best stores. Some of the labels available at this sale include: MEXX, Parasuco, Bench, DEX, Velvet, Paul Frank and loads more. There’s everything from sweaters & sweats, the perfect T, shirts & jackets, dresses, skirts, streetwear, evening wear, accessories and more. Remember…CASH ONLY so stop off at the ATM at the corner BEFORE you go.

80 Wingold Avenue
Toronto
(west of Dufferin, South of Glencairn)
416-703-8338

11am - 4pm
USE BACK DOOR ONLY!!

via

• Ford Edge Inspires New Fitness Apparel Line | Huliq: Breaking News
  Ford has partnered with Dominator Clothing and Time Inc. magazines to produce a one-of-a-kind women’s fitness apparel line inspired by the all-new Ford Edge.
  (tags: fashion+news ford time clothing edge car fitness apparel)
• Turbania!
  (NEW YORK) Ever since Miuccia Prada sent the turban down Spring ‘07’s catwalk last September, everyone has been waiting to see whether Prada’s Persian nod would make it past the runway. A mere five months later, on March 2, Ashley Olsen took an afte
  (tags: fashion+news trends turban prada Spring2007)
• World’s Most Extravagant Handbags - Forbes.com
  Got $100,000 to burn? How about investing in a diamond-encrusted metallic alligator skin clutch favored by Hollywood’s A-listers? Better act fast, though. With six-figure totes such as these flying off shelves like crinkly hot cakes, it’s a wonder there
  (tags: fashion+news luxury handbags designer)
• Article - Life - N.Y. fashion designer’s heart is still in O.C.
  Designer Phillip Lim visits home with his line after climbing the ranks of New York’s fashion elite.
  (tags: fashion+news philip+lim designer)

This image is from Vogue Paris March 2007 featuring a model that I like, Freja Beha. This ode to the 1990s is truly awful. The pants are my biggest problem with this outfit, some things should stay dead. Balmain figured Spring 2007 needed true hammer pants. So very wrong.

image: foto_decadent

• Naomi Campbell-models-style-celebrities and community service - New York Times
  IT was about the time that Naomi Campbell wanted to scratch my eyes out (or so a trade glossy informed me) that it became clear to me that she was no ordinary model.
  (tags: fashion+news naomi+campbell models)
• Fashioncareers.com Online Career Center Launching March 26
  NEW YORK, March 23 /PRNewswire/ — WWD, DNR and FN, the most trusted resources for fashion, retail and beauty are launching the premier online career center for the industry on Monday, March 26 — Fashioncareers.com. The announcement was made today by Dan
  (tags: fashion+news internet careers)
• Converse and Gap Introduce Exclusive Converse (PRODUCT) RED(TM) Chuck Taylor(R) All Star(R) Shoes at Gap Stores for Spring 2007
  N. ANDOVER, Mass., March 26 /PRNewswire/ — In the spirit of personal creativity and self-expression inherent to the Converse brand, Converse and Gap will unveil two limited edition Converse (PRODUCT) RED Chuck Taylor All Star shoes available exclusively
  (tags: fashion+news gap converse shoes red retail)
• Payless ShoeSource Hires Bernard Figueroa, Most Recently at Michael Kors, to Head Women’s Design Program
  NEW YORK, March 26 /PRNewswire/ — Payless ShoeSource announced today that it has hired Bernard Figueroa, most recently head of Footwear Design for Michael Kors, as Payless’ Director of Design for Women’s Footwear. Figueroa joins the Payless New York Desi
  (tags: fashion+news payless+shoes footwear)
• TheStar.com - Business - Gildan to cut 1,800 jobs
  MONTREAL – Shirt maker Gildan Activewear Inc. (TSX: GIL) will cut about 1,800 jobs as it shuts down its two remaining textile plants in Montreal as well as a cutting facility in Bombay, N.Y., and two sewing factories in Mexico.
  (tags: fashion+news Gildan+Activewear montreal canada industry)

INESRA’s Anmazing Vintage Clothing Sale!
April 7, 2007

The April 7 sale is a great opportunity to find a funky dress for spring or just browse the racks and have fun trying on something completely outside your wardrobe. Easter bonnets, prom dresses, spring coats! Splurge without losing your shirt! More than 900 unique inventory items from the 40s to 70s in excellent condition. Great value/amazing prices.

315 Albany Ave
Toronto

10 a.m. until 4 p.m.

416-707-1695

F.L.A.G. Accessories Moving Sale
Extended till April 1, 2007

Nothing over $10. FLAG is one of Canada’s hottest showrooms for Designer Clothing, Accessories, Outerwear and Handbags. They’re moving to a bigger space and need to liquidate everything in the showroom, including: Soul Edge, Red Soul Urban Wear, Red Tango Clothing & Accessories, FLAG Accessories and more

16 Eugene Street
Toronto, Ontario
416-787-8859 x27

Monday - Wednesday 10am - 5pm
Thursday & Friday 10am - 8pm
Saturday 10am - 6pm
Sunday noon - 5pm

via

The One of a Kind Spring Show
March 28 - April 1, 2007

Direct Energy Centre
Exhibition Place
Toronto

Weekdays 11am - 10pm
Saturday 10am - 9pm
Sunday 10am - 6pm

TNT Blu Sale

Save 50 to 70 percent on a good selection of fall/winter stock at the back of the store. Pay $100 or less for sweaters and tops, plus jeans in a range of styles from Wranger, Rogan, and more.

55 Avenue Rd. (Hazelton Lanes)
416-972-1593
Mon.-Wed., Fri.-Sat., 10-6;
Thurs., 10-7;
Sun., 12-5

Ciara’s Casual Chic – Annual Spring Clearance Sale
March 30 - April 1, 2007

Ciara’s Casual Chic, carries one of Canada’s largest collection of Vince and Juicy Couture winter jackets, t-shirts, track pants & bottoms, 7 for all Mankind jeans, Simple Shoes sneakers and sandals, Ugg Australia boots and Ed Hardy. They have a great selection of items for men, women & kids.
Their annual Spring Sale will be held March 30th to April 1st. Enjoy savings from 35% to 65% on last seasons fashions. Most items will be priced at 50% off and more!!!

Sheraton Parkway Toronto North Hotel,
600 Highway 7 East,
Markham, Ontario, L4B1B2
905.477.6464
info@casualchic.ca

Friday noon until 8:30 pm
Saturday/Sunday 9:00 am to 5:00 pm.

So Prada has made the turban a hot item for spring 2007. I actually got to touch one in person at Holt Renfrew the other day.

These things are tiny. I have a pretty small head and I couldn’t fit into a medium. Is Stam’s head that tiny? I think the turban cost $250 bucks.

I also saw the knockoff version from M by Madonna for H&M this weekend, it’s a hell of a lot cheaper ($14.99). Man is that collection boring, I’m sure it will sell though. As you can guess, the H&M version wasn’t quite as nice as Prada.